A look at how the world has changed since September 11	Day 7: Where is Al Qaeda?

Members of US Army Special Forces plan a sweep through Narizah, Afghanistan, last month. Such operations have met with little success. (AP Photo)

Probe shows weaknesses in US intelligence gathering Now, a full year after the Sept. 11 attacks, one of the most persistent questions in capitals around the world is why US intelligence and its military operations haven't been more successful not just in capturing Osama bin Laden but in breaking open Al Qaeda cells. Striving to improve security The sheer volume and breadth of activity related to domestic security since Sept. 11 is almost overwhelming. But security specialists say we can do better.

FROM THE ASSOCIATED PRESS For many Afghans, a year history was made American attitude has won friends and enemies Flight schools recovering slowly from stigma Global help in war on terror has been extensive Pakistan's role turns former allies against it A refined view of how the 9/11 plot unfolded 19 hijackers are still a tangle of mystery Mixed results in anti-terrorism war a year later Progress murky on hidden fronts in terror war Graphic: American troops abroad Graphic: Guard / reserve units in service

MESSAGE BOARD How well is the US doing in its effort to eradicate Al Qaeda? Has the terror network's ability to mount attacks been significantly undercut? Read responses